RoJo Kinda Likes the Immigration Bill. Why?

Senator RoJo thinks the Immigration Bill only needs a couple of tweaks to pass both the House and the Senate.

Apparently Senator RoJo hasn't read the bill.  Kaus (via PowerLine) sheds some light on the weasel-wording, deception, and flimflammery of the bill.

“Multiple triggers” — Legalization is immediate. DHS just has to write border “plan.” The most any “triggers” can possibly do is delay green cards and citizenship.

“90% effectiveness” — If not reached, triggers only toothless commission

“Pay back taxes” — Only if already “assessed” by IRS (unlikely). Newly legalized may instead get refunds.

“Learn English” — Only need to sign up for English class.

“Clean record” — Allows two free misdemeanors. Additional misdemeanors (including assaults) can be waived by DHS.

No “public charge.” Must earn 125% of poverty line — They’re going to deport people who earn only 124% or less? Ha.

“Pay a fine” — Can be waived by DHS.

“Back of the line” — Get to wait out the line while living in the U.S (unlike suckers trying to come here legally).

Border fence — Leaves it up to DHS, which decided not to complete fence in first place.
“Comprehensive Southern Border Security Strategy” — Only has to be “substantially” operational–whatever that means, as defined by DHS–before green cards are issued. (Legalization has already happened, remember? )

“E-verify” employment checks — Replaces E-Verify with new system. Requires only that this system be “implemented” (30%? 70%? Who knows?). Subject to lawsuit. If still in court after 10 years, never mind!

Entry-exit system for visas — Has been required since 1996. DHS must only be “using” a system before green cards can be issued. (Using in 10% of airports? 50%? Again, who knows?)

That doesn't address the "STEM-workers" provisions, which are just as deceptive and weasel-worded.  The STEM-worker section has another major flaw:  even more American kids will not bother to pursue STEM-related careers.  Why should they go into $zillions of debt to take jobs paying less than Mickey D's?

We don't know who is 'advising' Sen. RoJo on this bill, but he should shitcan the bozos.